Military Science – ROTC

JSU ROTC Students heading towards helicopter

Join the Gamecock Battalion

In the Gamecock Battalion, you will learn to be a leader of character who can solve complex problems and build teams. You will learn to lead Soldiers in complex situations and adapt to constantly changing environments. As an Army Officer you are a strategist, motivator, and counselor. ROTC Cadre will teach, coach, and mentor you as you develop your leadership style.

Reduced Tuition for ALL military-affiliated students:

  1. In-state tuition to all of the nation’s military-affiliated students
  2. Reduced cost of courses to $250 per credit hour for uniformed military students
  3. Waiving admissions application fees

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Steps to Joining the Gamecock Battalion

Step 1: Contact JSU ROTC 

Step 2: Apply To JSU and ENROLL in a Military Science course

Step 3: Become Involved and Get Plugged In!

Important Dates

  • January 19, 2026 - ROTC National Scholarship Selection Board #2 submission deadline
  • March 16, 2026 - ROTC National Scholarship Selection Board #3 submission deadline
  • April 3, 2026: Jax State ROTC Military Ball, Fiddler's Green, 6:00pm
  • April 9, 2026: Jax State ROTC Awards Day Ceremony, Rowe Hall, 2:30pm
  • April 29, 2026: Spring Commissioning Ceremony, TMB Auditorium, 2:30pm